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POWERED SUPPORT SYSTEMS MECHANIC
Army National Guard Units · Posted 13 days ago
On-site Joint Base Lewis-McChord, WA $35.9 – $42/hr Apply by Sep 17, 2026 Powered Support Systems Mechanic ESTPISTP Trades
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This is a Washington Army National Guard Title 32 Excepted Service Unit Technician position: POWERED SUPPORT SYSTEMS MECHANIC Location: Army Aviation Support Facility 1 Joint Base Lewis-McChord, Washington 98433 Army National Guard Units Appointment Type: Permanent, excepted service Advertised as: ENLISTED May be used to fill one or more vacancies. *Ensure you read this announcement in its entirety, complete all application requirements, and your USA Jobs profile name is accurate*
What You'll Do
- →A WG-5378-10, POWERED SUPPORT SYSTEMS MECHANIC: Responsible for the Ground Support Equipment maintenance program, inventory control, and the identification and scheduling of preventive maintenance requirements for ground support equipment.
- →Troubleshoots deficiencies and repairs flight critical equipment including lifting devices, turbine powered generators, towing devices and auxiliary power units.
- →Trouble-shoots, repairs; services; performs modifications on, and operates powered ground support equipment such as AC and DC power generators, air compressors, blowers, heaters, portable lighting units, deicers and non-powered equipment to include work stands, jacks, ramps, tow-bars, etc.
- →Trouble-shoots equipment and determines the extent of repairs as well as the parts required.
- →The authorized level of maintenance includes troubleshooting, tune-ups and adjustments of internal combustion and turbine engines, fuel controls, carburetors, clutch linkage, brakes and other mechanical links that utilize common hand tools and a variety of test equipment.
- →Performs required preventive maintenance and servicing of equipment including repairing and replacing tires, lubrication, oil changes, replacing air, fuel and oil filters, checking fluid levels; and adjusting or replacing ignition parts, hoses, v-belts, and other items.
- →Keeps equipment clean and free from dirt, oil, grease and corrosion.
- →Periodically observes the operation of equipment to detect problems.
- →Maintains records and equipment log books.
- →Other duties as assigned.(temporary, minor, or incidental tasks)
Requirements
- ✓MILITARY REQUIREMENTS: Military Grades: E4 - E6 Desired Military Assignments: 15 Series or 91B, 91L, 92F - Applicants need not be assigned to the position or possess the MOS to apply or be considered for selection.
- ✓Must have a valid Washington state and military driver's license.
- ✓You are responsible to maintain awareness of your environmental responsibilities as dictated by legal and regulatory requirements, your organization, and its changing mission.
- ✓Education Requirements: High School Diploma or GED Degree Required:N/A Degree Required to qualify with Education Only (No Specialized Experience):N/A You must provide transcripts or other documentation to support your Educational claims.
- ✓To receive credit for Education, you must provide documentation of proof that you meet the Education requirements for this position.
- ✓If you are selected for a vacancy that requires a specific degree and/or coursework you will be required to provide official transcripts prior to appointment.
- ✓Substitution of Education for Specialized Experience: Not Applicable.
Personality Fit
Job ID: 6b3b69df-6b0c-4b00-96e9-2b5d62724247
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